NIC is short fornetwork interface card-a type of network adapter hardware that fits in an expansion slot on a computer's motherboard. Most computers have them built-in-in which case, they are part of the circuit board-but you can ...
Wi-Fi 8 is the next generation of Wi-Fi from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). It won't debut for several years, and wide availability isn't likely for several years after that. Still, when it does beco...
When looking at a laptop's technical specifications, you may notice that some NVIDIA graphics cards feature something called Optimus technology. What is Optimus? Why is it important? And is it worth prioritizing when looking for a...
Trivial File Transfer Protocol is a technology that transfers files between network devices and is a simplified version of the more robust File Transfer Protocol.TFTP was developed in the 1970s for computers lacking sufficient mem...
One way to connect a network-capable home theater component to your router is by using powerline adapters. A powerline adapter is an alternative to running in-wall Ethernet cables or relying on possible unstable WiFi. A powerline ...
Wi-FiProtected Access is a Wi-Fi security technology developed in response to the weaknesses of Wired Equivalent Privacy standards. It improves upon WEP's authentication and encryption features. WPA2, in turn, is an...
Utamaru Kido/Getty Images Back in the early 2000s, I remember connecting to my desktop computer via SSH (from another location) while my girlfriend at the time was at my desk. I sent the following command to the printer...
Prakhar Khanna iOS 18.1 is rolling out to iPhones worldwide but there's still time to take a few precautions to make your upgrade experience as pleasant as possible. The new update will be rolling out to tens...
Kerry Wan Apple announced significant updates for the iPhone with iOS 18 during its June WWDC event and a new iPhone 16 lineup in September. In addition to a customizable home screen, Control Center,...
Apps like Edge, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari rank among the best web browsers in the world. People use these browsers for basic web browsing and other needs, including online shopping and casual gaming. Web server communication rel...
When your wireless router broadcasts its wireless network name, known formally as a Service Set Identifier (SSID), it's like putting a virtual bumper sticker out in the air around your house or wherever you happen to have your net...
It's possible to install Android on a Nook Color to turn it into a fully functioning tablet. The Nook Color may not have the same high-performance processor as the latest Samsung Galaxy device, but the LCD display and other underl...